Diggie Doodlebug looks like someone shrunk Chewbacca down into an 11 lb bestie with tiny paws and a perfect button nose. Freshly groomed, he is adorable, but when that scruffy grey coat grows out? Full rescue-muppet magic! Estimated to be about 4 years old, Diggie is a Shih Tzu mix with a playful side, a sensitive heart, and a very strong attachment to his people. Diggie is playful, lovable, extremely smart, and full of personality once comfortable. He loves toys, enjoys digging dramatically through dog beds, and bonds deeply with his people. He especially loves kids and would truly thrive in a home with children. He also lives with cats successfully and can do well with calm, easygoing dogs after slow introductions. Once comfortable, he is a bouncy, playful boy. Diggie can handle a busy lifestyle and genuinely enjoys going places.
Ideal Home
Diggie would truly thrive in a home with children. He can do well with calm, easygoing dogs after slow introductions.
Ongoing Health
No specific health conditions are mentioned.
Training & Support
Diggie is not currently leash trained but continues to practice with his foster, so a home with a secure yard would make life much easier for him while he continues building up his leash confidence. Crates are also stressful for him, and his foster does not currently use one but shares that he is trustworthy in the home and has not been a necessity. Diggie is a relationship-first dog; he is not an instant life of the party. He needs someone willing to let him settle in at his own pace.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
Transporation
Diggie is currently fostered in Texas. We facilitate adoptions nationwide using our rescue run USDA certified transport system. Transport includes drop off locations in WA, UT, OR, ID, VA, PA, OH, NY, CT, VT, TN, KY, WI, MN, IL, WI and Canada. For Canadian adopters, pick up is in Bellingham, WA, Buffalo, NY or Brattleboro, VT. Texas adopters must pick up from the Houston area.
